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Abuja, Nigeria: The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has denied claims that it extended the service year of a Lagos-based corps member, Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, as punishment for her criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Uguamaye recently gained online attention after posting a viral video on her TikTok account, @talktoraye, in which…
Abuja, Nigeria: The National Assembly has once again approved an extension of the capital component of the 2024 federal budget, pushing its implementation deadline to December 31, 2025 The move has triggered renewed criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the legislature, amid growing concerns about fiscal discipline and the government’s budget execution capacity. The…
Abuja ,Nigeria — The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) will, on Oct. 7, arraigned the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Qatar Airways, Mr Temi Birdzell, alongside the company and its top officers, over allegations bordering on breach of FCCPC Act, 2018. The defendants will be arraigned before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally declined to sign the 2025 Amendment Bill for the National Assembly Library Trust Fund into law, citing constitutional and policy-related concerns that could pose long-term implications for governance and institutional frameworks. The president’s decision was communicated to lawmakers during Tuesday’s plenary session of the House of…
Iran/Qatar – Iran targeted a U.S. military base in Qatar on Monday in an apparent response to U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities days earlier as tensions soared over the potential for a spiraling Mideast conflict. Iran’s military claimed it had carried out a “devastating and powerful” missile attack on the Al Udeid U.S….
Qatar – Explosions were heard in Qatar on Monday as witnesses said they saw what appeared to be missiles over the country, The Associated Press reports. Iranian state media announced an operation launching missile attacks against U.S. bases in Iraq and Qatar, named “Annunciation of Victory.” The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps said it targeted…
Katsina, Nigeria — Amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, a group of youths staged a public demonstration in Katsina on Sunday, voicing support for Iran in the ongoing Middle East crisis. The protest, captured in a video posted by social media user Oyindamola (@dammiedammie35), showed demonstrators waving Iranian flags and holding solidarity banners as…
Ankara, Turkey — In a surprising turn just months before the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Nigerian sprint sensation and 150m world record holder, Favour Ofili, has reportedly transferred her allegiance to Turkey. The development was revealed by Jamaican journalist Kayon Raynor via his X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, quoting reliable sources from…
Benue State – Social commentator and activist, VeryDarkMan has called out billionaire heir and reality star Kiddwaya for seeking public donations to support victims of the recent attack in Yelwata, Benue State. Kiddwaya had shared a post on X (formerly Twitter), urging Nigerians to contribute funds for the affected community. However, the post drew widespread criticism,…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the ongoing interrogation of Pastor Paul Adefarasin, Lead Pastor of House on the Rock Church, over allegations of brandishing a firearm-like object at a popular TikToker, known as Car Spotter. This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, who…
Benue State – Paul Ibe, a media aide to ex-Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu of indicting himself over the ongoing killings in Benue State. Ibe said Tinubu’s old post that Nigeria had no government in the face of Boko Haram attacks was still relevant now that he…
Benue, Nigeria — The Benue State Government has called on all residents and registered support groups to come out massively to warmly welcome President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his scheduled visit to the state on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. According to the official memo issued by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the…
BENUE STATE – The Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Aondona Dajoh, has ordered the immediate release of all youths arrested during recent protests across the state. The directive was issued on Tuesday during an emergency plenary session convened in response to mounting public criticism over the detention of citizens who participated in demonstrations…
Nigeria – Famous rapper Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor, aka Illbliss, has said Nigeria is in “a very dangerous part” of its history. He stated this while expressing concern over rising insecurity, economic hardship, wanton corruption, and the government’s propaganda machinery. Featuring in a recent episode of the Real Shareholders podcast, Illbliss shared how his conscious song, Country,…
BENUE STATE – Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has sent a strong message to Nigerian political leaders over the ongoing killings in Benue State. Musa, who condemned the killings, urged Nigerian political leaders to take real action to avoid further bloodshed in Benue. According to the former Leicester City forward, the leaders need consistent action…
Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency has confirmed that Bank Sepah is experiencing widespread service disruptions following a cyberattack, just hours after an Israel-linked hacking group claimed responsibility for targeting the bank. News report had earlier reported that the group, known as Gonjeshke Darande (Predatory Sparrow), announced earlier today that it had destroyed key data belonging…
Israel/Iran – Crude oil prices surged by 8.8% on Sunday, rising to $74 per barrel from $68, amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The price rally is expected to continue if Iran follows through on its threat to block the Strait of Hormuz—a vital shipping lane that facilitates over 20% of global oil and…
NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has emphasised that the strength of Nigeria as a nation is directly tied to the character and leadership of men within their families, describing the home as the “first institution of leadership.” In a heartfelt Father’s Day message shared on his verified X handle, @officialABAT, on Sunday, President Tinubu paid…
ISRAEL / IRAN – The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, CPPE, has outlined both the risks and possible benefits the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran in the Middle East may present for the Nigerian economy. The chief executive officer of CPPE, Dr Muda Yusuf, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. His…
Abuja — Paul Ibe, the spokesperson for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has publicly lambasted Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide, for what he described as incessant and hostile attacks on Labour Party’s presidential flagbearer in the 2023 elections, Mr. Peter Obi. In a strongly worded statement released on his verified X handle Saturday afternoon,…
New Delhi, India — In the wake of a tragic Air India crash that killed at least 270 people, Indian aviation authorities have launched an urgent inspection of all Boeing 787 Dreamliners in the country. This development was confirmed by India’s Aviation Minister, Ram Mohan Naidu, during a press briefing on Saturday in New Delhi….
Abuja, Nigeria—In response to Nigeria’s deepening food security challenges, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has called for a series of prayer and fasting sessions, urging staff to seek divine intervention for national development and protection. The directive was issued through an internal circular dated June 11, 2025, signed by Mrs. Adedayo Modupe…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has projected a wave of thunderstorms and rainfall activities across various regions of the country from Saturday through Monday. In a weather outlook released on Friday in Abuja, NiMet highlighted the likelihood of early morning thunderstorms on Saturday in parts of Taraba, Kebbi, Zamfara, Kaduna, and Adamawa…
Zaria, Nigeria — The Nigerian Army is poised to bolster its operational strength with the deployment of 6,195 newly trained regular combatants across the country. The announcement was made ahead of the passing out parade for members of the 88 Regular Recruit Intake, who began their training on January 13 at the Depot Nigerian Army,…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep concern over the escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel, urging both nations to show maximum restraint and prioritize diplomacy. The call was made in a statement issued Saturday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Kimiebi Ebienfa, in response to Israel’s…
Abuja, Nigeria— The Presidency has refuted a widely circulated list on social media claiming that President Bola Tinubu conferred national honours on activist Aisha Yesufu and 35 others. The clarification was made by Mr. Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, in a statement issued via his official Facebook page….
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Senate has expressed concern over increasing expectations from constituents who now view lawmakers as providers of personal and domestic support, a trend reflective of the growing social pressures on elected officials. The observation was made by Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Publicity, during a…
Flight AI171 was operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, the airline said. Investigation after hundreds killed in Air India plane crash An urgent investigation is underway to determine how an Air India jet carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew crashed just after takeoff, killing everyone but one person onboard. LONDON and DELHI — An Air India airliner carrying…
Gombe state, Nigeria:The Gombe State Police Command has implemented a series of strict security protocols designed to enhance public safety during festive seasons, mass gatherings, and other public events across the state. State Commissioner of Police, Bello Yahaya, announced in a statement that the possession and public display of dangerous weapons—including knives, cutlasses, machetes,…
India, Nigeria:In a rare and remarkable survival, a man has been confirmed as the sole survivor of a catastrophic Air India crash that claimed the lives of at least 204 people, officials announced. Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik revealed to the Indian news agency ANI that the survivor, seated in 11A on the ill-fated Boeing…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred national honours on dozens of prominent Nigerians, including pro-democracy heroes, civil rights activists, and literary figures, as part of the 2025 Democracy Day celebrations. Speaking during his State of the Nation address to a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday, Tinubu announced that the…
